Malo - Niali, Cuttack
Malo is a village situated in the Niali tehsil of Cuttack district, Odisha. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Niali and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Cuttack. Alana serves as the Gram Panchayat for Malo village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Malo is 400276. The village covers a total geographical area of 60 hectares and falls under the 754004 pincode. Cuttack is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Malo village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Niali Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jagatsinghpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Malo
According to the 2011 Census, Malo village had a total population of 693 people, including 357 males and 336 females, living in 153 households. The sex ratio was 941 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.68%, with male literacy at 80.31% and female literacy at 66.56%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 128.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 693 | 357 | 336 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 66 | 32 | 34 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 128 | 72 | 56 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 462 | 261 | 201 |
| Illiterate Population | 231 | 96 | 135 |
Nearby Villages of Malo
Malo is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Malo
Malo is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Cuttack to Malo is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Malo
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Malo village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Malo
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Malo village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Malo
Where is Malo located?
Malo village is located in Niali Tehsil, Cuttack district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Malo?
The Gram Panchayat of Malo is Alana.
What is the pincode of Malo?
The pincode of Malo is 754004.
What is the population of Malo?
Malo had a total population of 693, including 357 males and 336 females.
How many households are there in Malo?
Malo had 153 households.
What is the literacy rate in Malo?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Malo was 73.68%. Male literacy was 80.31% and female literacy was 66.56%.